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Dr. Dorrie P.

Certified Science Teacher with a PhD; Environmental / Ecology

Certified Science Teacher with a PhD; Environmental / Ecology

$75/hour

5.0 (50 ratings)

  • 101 hours tutoring

About Dr. Dorrie

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Welcome to Dr. Dorrie’s qualifications and information page. I am currently certified for science teaching in Connecticut (Grades 7-12) including cross certifications for Biology, Earth Science and General Science. I received an Award of Excellence for my Praxis Test in the General Science Content Knowledge exam.

I am the teacher who motivates students to learn how to use science to solve problems and subsequently understand how the world works. I can do this by incorporating the 5 E’s of...

Welcome to Dr. Dorrie’s qualifications and information page. I am currently certified for science teaching in Connecticut (Grades 7-12) including cross certifications for Biology, Earth Science and General Science. I received an Award of Excellence for my Praxis Test in the General Science Content Knowledge exam.

I am the teacher who motivates students to learn how to use science to solve problems and subsequently understand how the world works. I can do this by incorporating the 5 E’s of learning science: 1) Engage - Capture the students’ attention, stimulate their thinking, and activate their prior knowledge; 2) Explore – Motivate the students to explore the concepts through a set of experiences; 3) Explain – Encourage the students to find ways to construct their own knowledge of the concept; 4) Elaborate - Give the students opportunities to extend their understanding and apply their knowledge to real life situations; and 5) Evaluate – Assess the students’ understanding of the concepts using both formative and summative approaches. I am very interested in working with students who are passionate about environmental science.

When working with students, I embrace the teaching philosophy of the Learning Paradigm. Here I focus on the most important goal – how much the student has learned in any given tutoring session. I encourage my students’ curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, participation, public presentation, and short-term and long-term goals. Within this framework, I develop reciprocity between students and me, give prompt feedback, encourage active learning techniques, emphasize time on task, communicate high expectations, and respect my students’ diverse talents and ways of learning. One main principle that I focus on in all of my tutoring endeavors is the Learning Paradigm where students take an active role in their learning. My role as a science and math tutor secondary school science teacher is to interact with my student to facilitate his/her learning. Thus, the student focuses on content, ski

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Education

University of Vermont
Environmental Study
Colorado State University
Masters
University of California Davis
PhD

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Business

GRE

GRE

I have taken several standardized tests during my graduate pursuits. I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.

Homeschool

Biology,

Biology

I am a certified teacher for Biology in Connecticut. My love and interest in biology started over 30 years ago and I was inspired by my High School Honors Biology teacher. I continued through AP Biology and received an award for Excellence in Biology in high school. Throughout all of my coursework I have taken several biology courses including: general biology, fisheries biology, evolutionary biology, and my area of expertise for my dissertation - aquatic insect biology. My love of the subject matter and my interest in biology combined with my expertise in ecology provides me with excellent background knowledge for several biology courses at the middle school, high school, and college level. In addition, I have recently tutored students in Honors and General Biology courses, as well as middle school science.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I am a certified teacher for General Science in Connecticut. As part of the 9th grade course that I most recently taught, there was a general chemistry component. I have also taken courses in general chemistry and environmental toxicology. Furthermore, I am currently tutoring high school students in Honors Chemistry.
SAT Math

SAT Math

My extensive education and coursework makes me qualified for SAT Math. In addition, in my role as a scientist, understanding and using math techniques correctly is crucial to successful research and analysis of data. Furthermore, I continuously use math in my teaching and tutoring extensively. Finally, I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. In conclusion, I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

My extensive education and coursework makes me qualified for ACT Math. I use math in my teaching and tutoring extensively. I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.
SAT Math

SAT Math

My extensive education and coursework makes me qualified for SAT Math. In addition, in my role as a scientist, understanding and using math techniques correctly is crucial to successful research and analysis of data. Furthermore, I continuously use math in my teaching and tutoring extensively. Finally, I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. In conclusion, I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.

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Biology,

Biology

I am a certified teacher for Biology in Connecticut. My love and interest in biology started over 30 years ago and I was inspired by my High School Honors Biology teacher. I continued through AP Biology and received an award for Excellence in Biology in high school. Throughout all of my coursework I have taken several biology courses including: general biology, fisheries biology, evolutionary biology, and my area of expertise for my dissertation - aquatic insect biology. My love of the subject matter and my interest in biology combined with my expertise in ecology provides me with excellent background knowledge for several biology courses at the middle school, high school, and college level. In addition, I have recently tutored students in Honors and General Biology courses, as well as middle school science.
Chemistry

Chemistry

I am a certified teacher for General Science in Connecticut. As part of the 9th grade course that I most recently taught, there was a general chemistry component. I have also taken courses in general chemistry and environmental toxicology. Furthermore, I am currently tutoring high school students in Honors Chemistry.

Science

ACT Science,

ACT Science

As a scientist and researcher, I have spent my career evaluating scientific data. I have extensive experience and can easily help students succeed in their endeavors to score high on the ACT Science Test. The test consists of Data Representation Passages, Research Summaries Passages, and a Conflicting Viewpoints Passage. The reading, understanding, and interpretation of data are crucial for understanding science. Finally, I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. In conclusion, I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.
Astronomy,

Astronomy

I am a certified teacher for Earth Science Connecticut. Astronomy is a component of the Earth Science certification. In addition, my extensive coursework in various science subjects qualifies me to tutor in Astronomy.
Biology,

Biology

I am a certified teacher for Biology in Connecticut. My love and interest in biology started over 30 years ago and I was inspired by my High School Honors Biology teacher. I continued through AP Biology and received an award for Excellence in Biology in high school. Throughout all of my coursework I have taken several biology courses including: general biology, fisheries biology, evolutionary biology, and my area of expertise for my dissertation - aquatic insect biology. My love of the subject matter and my interest in biology combined with my expertise in ecology provides me with excellent background knowledge for several biology courses at the middle school, high school, and college level. In addition, I have recently tutored students in Honors and General Biology courses, as well as middle school science.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I am a certified teacher for General Science in Connecticut. As part of the 9th grade course that I most recently taught, there was a general chemistry component. I have also taken courses in general chemistry and environmental toxicology. Furthermore, I am currently tutoring high school students in Honors Chemistry.
Ecology,

Ecology

I have over 25 years of experience in the environmental science field. Most recently, I assisted the APES teacher at my previous school in field trips and review sessions for the exam. I also was a Student Teacher for an APES course in New Fairfield, CT, while as part of my requirements for my science certifications in Connecticut. My teaching experience includes all different grade levels such as: 1) Leading informal river educational field trips for various groups including a Girl Scout troop; 2) Presenting lessons for elementary and middle school students at their respective schools; 3) Assisting high school students in testing their own drinking water supply and giving lessons while living and working overseas in Palau; 4) Working as a Teaching Assistant while obtaining my PhD in Ecology; and 5) Designing and teaching an environmental science course to adults at a community college. I have worked in academia, private consulting, a foreign government, and as a volunteer for a non-profit organization. I have lived in and studied numerous locations and environment throughout the United States including Connecticut, New York, Vermont, Colorado, California, and Utah. I bring all of my experiential knowledge of these environments to my teaching.
Geology,

Geology

I am a certified teacher for General Science in Connecticut. As part of the 9th grade course that I most recently taught, there was a general chemistry component. I have also taken courses in general chemistry and environmental toxicology. Furthermore, I am currently tutoring high school students in Honors Chemistry.
Physical Science

Physical Science

The State of Connecticut 9th grade high school science course has physical science as a major component of the year-long course. I spent two years teaching this course at a public high school. Thus, I have already created lesson plans to use in any tutoring session. I also have experience in conducting several laboratory experiments during my teaching career. This teaching experience is coupled with my extensive course background in physical science. Some courses that I have taken during my college and post-graduate career include but are not limited to Limnology (study of fresh waters), Coastal Ecosystems, Rivers of California, Physical Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Land Use and Water Quality, Geomorphology, Fluvial (Rivers) Geomorphology, Acid Precipitation, Hazardous Substances in Water, and Water Quality Analysis & Interpretation.

Summer

Biology,

Biology

I am a certified teacher for Biology in Connecticut. My love and interest in biology started over 30 years ago and I was inspired by my High School Honors Biology teacher. I continued through AP Biology and received an award for Excellence in Biology in high school. Throughout all of my coursework I have taken several biology courses including: general biology, fisheries biology, evolutionary biology, and my area of expertise for my dissertation - aquatic insect biology. My love of the subject matter and my interest in biology combined with my expertise in ecology provides me with excellent background knowledge for several biology courses at the middle school, high school, and college level. In addition, I have recently tutored students in Honors and General Biology courses, as well as middle school science.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I am a certified teacher for General Science in Connecticut. As part of the 9th grade course that I most recently taught, there was a general chemistry component. I have also taken courses in general chemistry and environmental toxicology. Furthermore, I am currently tutoring high school students in Honors Chemistry.
SAT Math

SAT Math

My extensive education and coursework makes me qualified for SAT Math. In addition, in my role as a scientist, understanding and using math techniques correctly is crucial to successful research and analysis of data. Furthermore, I continuously use math in my teaching and tutoring extensively. Finally, I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. In conclusion, I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.

Test Preparation

ACT Math,

ACT Math

My extensive education and coursework makes me qualified for ACT Math. I use math in my teaching and tutoring extensively. I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.
ACT Science,

ACT Science

As a scientist and researcher, I have spent my career evaluating scientific data. I have extensive experience and can easily help students succeed in their endeavors to score high on the ACT Science Test. The test consists of Data Representation Passages, Research Summaries Passages, and a Conflicting Viewpoints Passage. The reading, understanding, and interpretation of data are crucial for understanding science. Finally, I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. In conclusion, I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.
GRE,

GRE

I have taken several standardized tests during my graduate pursuits. I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.
SAT Math

SAT Math

My extensive education and coursework makes me qualified for SAT Math. In addition, in my role as a scientist, understanding and using math techniques correctly is crucial to successful research and analysis of data. Furthermore, I continuously use math in my teaching and tutoring extensively. Finally, I believe that standardized tests are about a student's knowledge of the material as well as one's ability to take standardized tests. In conclusion, I work with students on content knowledge as well as study skills and test taking strategies.

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very knowledgeable and patient

Dr. Dorrie has been tutoring my son for HS Biology and we are very impressed with the progress our son has made in class. She is very knowledgeable, patient, does not mind repeating a topic and ensures that the student has thoroughly understood each topic before moving to the next one. Always arrives for the lesson on time and communicates regularly with us. I would highly recommend Dr Dorrie to any other students struggling with Biology.

Ruchika, 41 lessons with Dr. Dorrie

Dr. Dorrie was amazing!

She sat with me in multiple sessions, reviewing the material until I had a firm understanding. She was very patient with me as I was having a difficult time grasping the concepts at first. She was beyond friendly and super easy to communicate with. I highly recommend her! Thank you for all the help, Dr. Dorrie! I could not have done it without you.

Emily, 3 lessons with Dr. Dorrie

Great Teacher

Dr. Dorrie provides great assistance to the questions I have for my biology class. She explains and reinterprets the information I’ve learned.

Kiana, 2 lessons with Dr. Dorrie

Knowledgeable and patient tutor.

Dr. Dorrie was great! She helped me understand how to write out and balance worded equations, predict the products of double replacement reactions, as well as convert the formulas into mole to mole, gram to mole and gram to gram relationship. The lesson was very efficient and we took advantage of every minute. I would definitely recommend Dr. Dorrie.

Paulina, 1 lesson with Dr. Dorrie
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